Luxury Yachts Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

What is a luxury yacht? Luxury Yachts as a term generally mean private boats of ...

Luxury Yachts Luxury Yacht & Superyacht News

What is a luxury yacht? Luxury Yachts as a term generally mean private boats of more than 22m or 80 feet in length, built with the aim of providing their owners and guests with ultimate luxury and comfort during their entire stay on board. Sailing yachts, motor yachts, catamarans, trimarans, gullets, superyachts, mega yachts, giga yachts, classic yachts or modern yachts with state-of-the-art amenities, technology and design all fall under the category of ‘luxury yachts’. There are numerous luxury yacht builders, designers, naval architects, interior designers, lighting designers, various product suppliers and service supplies in the industry specialising in luxury yachts, offering the highest possible standard of their services and assistance to future owners and managers of these vessels. View more on yacht builders and designers here.

Some owners prefer to keep their privacy and use their yachts for private holidays with family, friends, business partners and colleagues. Others, offer their vessels for luxury yacht charter around various destinations in the world. Two of the most important destinations from yacht rental point of view are the Mediterranean (mainly in the summer) and the Caribbean (during the Northern Hemisphere’s winter months). Other important luxury yacht charter destinations include the South Pacific, Asia, Northern Europe, with remote destinations such as Antarctica and Pacific North West being increasingly sought-after by adventure-seeking yacht charter clients.

Luxury yachts offer deluxe and luxurious accommodation in cabins, with en suite bathrooms, the finest in furnishing and linens, latest in technology, air-conditioning and various other comforts expected of these boats. There is usually one or more saloons available for entertainment, socialising and relaxation, as well as numerous dining options, including al fresco dining possibilities. Exterior deck areas tend to offer plenty of space for sunbathing, with larger yachts fitted with the very popular Jacuzzi spa or even a large swimming pool. All luxury yachts have a selection of various water toys at guests’ disposal for in-water entertainment and fun.
Below you will find the latest news and articles from the world of luxury yachts, and if you are interested in chartering one of these, don’t hesitate to contact our team of brokers here.

Sunreef Yachts to attend Dubai and Moscow International Boat Shows 2012

February 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sunreef Yachts will attend the Dubai and Moscow International Boat Shows 2012, with their cutting-edge designs and most recent projects, such as the new high-speed, performance sailing catamaran yacht Sunreef 75 Ultimate as well as their latest, high-tech power catamaran yacht 60 Sunreef Power, now under construction. ... read full story

Orams Marine completes refit of the 90m Athena Superyacht – the largest luxury yacht ever refitted in New Zealand

February 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Orams Marine Village has successfully completed the 9-month refit of the 90m (295ft) Athena superyacht, launched by the renowned Dutch shipyard Royal Huisman in 2005. ... read full story

Dockwise transports 130´ charter yacht Endeavour to the Caribbean

February 29, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

The 130´ luxury charter yacht Endeavour is heading for the Caribbean on board Dockwise, after her 18-month refit at Yachting Developments and successful sea trials. She will take part in the Antigua St Barths Bucket regatta in March. ... read full story

Caribbean and Mediterranean charter vacations aboard the prestigious charter yacht PEGASUS V (ex Princess Mariana)

February 28, 2012

Written by Eva Belanyiova

One of the most prestigious luxury mega yachts in the word - Pegasus V (ex Princess Mariana) is now available for charter holidays in the popular destinations of the Caribbean (winter season) and the Mediterranean (summer season). ... read full story

Sunseeker Yacht Manhattan 63 Marine Engineer awarded Queen’s Medal by HRH Prince of Wales

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Sunseeker luxury yacht Manhattan 63 Marine Engineer Chris Schreiber was awarded Queens Medal by HRH Prince of Wales at St James's Palace in London, on Thursday 16th February 2012. ... read full story

Horizon Yachts visited by United Arab Emirates’ Prince

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Horizon Yachts was visited by United Arab Emirates' Prince Shaikh Talib Saqer Al Qassimi on 21st February, 2012. He was shown the Asian largest luxury ICE class steel private super yacht EP148 which is currently under construction, along with the brand-new Horizon RP120 motor yacht Muses. ... read full story

Golfing Legend Jack Nicklaus’ Westport 130 motor yacht Sea Bear to debut at Boat Asia 2012

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Golfing Legend Jack Nicklaus' Westport 130 motor yacht Sea Bear will be presented for the very first time at Boat Asia 2012, held from 12-15th April. This spectacular vessel is a floating museum, which houses 36 unique pieces hand-selected by Jack and Barbara Nicklaus from the Jack Nicklaus Museum in Columbus, Ohio, as well as items personally donated from their home collection. ... read full story

Azimut Yachts starts works on the 42m planing motor yacht Azimut Grande 140

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Azimut Yachts starts works on the 42m planing motor yacht Azimut Grande 140, as announced by this prestigious Italian shipyard at the 2012 Miami Boat Show. This beautiful vessel will provide 12 guests with 5 lovely cabins. ... read full story

Narasaki 50m motor yacht Northern Sun (ex Hokko Maru, Northern Light) on display at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Narasaki 50m motor yacht Northern Sun (ex Hokko Maru, Northern Light) launched by the Japanese shipyard Narasaki Shipbuilding in 1976 as the Japanese ice-class marine research vessel Hokko Maru will be on display at Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012. This spectacular vessel comfortably sleeps 12 guests. ... read full story

Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012: The Largest Superyachts ever displayed in China

February 28, 2012

Written by Zuzana Bednarova

Hainan Rendez-Vous 2012 will exhibit the largest superyachts ever displayed in China, including the Feadship 44.65m motor yacht Helix, the 50m luxury yacht Northern Sun as well as the 49m Trinity charter yacht Lohengrin. ... read full story

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